3-232-712-21 (1) Portable CD Player Operating Instructions About the area code The area code of the location in which you purchased the CD player is shown on upper left of the bar code label on the package. For accessories supplied with your CD player, check the area code of your model and see “Accessories (supplied/optional).” “WALKMAN” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Table of Contents Getting started Locating the controls ................................... 4 Playing an audio CD or MP3 files 1. Connect your CD player. ......................... 6 2. Insert a CD. ............................................. 6 3. Play a CD. ............................................... 6 Connecting your CD player Connecting a stereo system ....................... 21 Connecting to a power source Using the rechargeable batteries ................ 22 Using the dry batteries .............
Getting started Locating the controls For details, see pages in parentheses. CD player (front) 1 Display (pages 7, 9, 12 - 14, 16, 18, 19) 0 SOUND button (pages 18, 19) 2 REPEAT/ENTER button (pages 12, 14, 15) qa DISPLAY button (pages 16, 17) 3 Strap holes qs ./> (AMS/search) buttons (pages 7, 9, 14) 4 PLAY MODE button (pages 12 - 15, 20) 5 LINE OUT jack (page 21) 6 i (headphones) jack (page 6) qd FOLDER + button (pages 9, 14) qf DC IN 4.
Remote control Getting started wa Display (pages 7, 9, 12 - 14, 16, 18, 19) wd x (stop) button (pages 7, 20) ws Rotary control N/>: play, AMS/folder AMS/search (pages 7, 9) .: AMS/folder AMS/search (pages 7, 9) VOL +/–: Pull the control in the direction of the arrow, and then turn it toward + or –.
Playing an audio CD or MP3 files You can also use rechargeable batteries or dry batteries as a power source. 1. Connect your CD player. to an AC outlet 1 Connect the AC power adaptor. 2 Connect the headphones/earphones. For models supplied with the remote control • Connect the plug of the headphones/ earphones to the remote control. • Connect the headphones/earphones to the remote control firmly. A loose connection may cause noise during playback. AC power adaptor u button to DC IN 4.
To Play (from the point you stopped) Play (from the first track) Stop Find the beginning of the current track (AMS*1) Find the beginning of previous tracks (AMS) Find the beginning of the next track (AMS) Find the beginning of succeeding tracks (AMS) Go backwards quickly (only when playing an audio CD) Go forward quickly (only when playing an audio CD) *1 Automatic Music Sensor *2 These operations can be done during both play and pause.
When closing the lid of the CD player with the power supply attached While the “ ” flashes in the display, the CD starts rotating and will stop after the CD player reads the disc information. This helps to shorten the waiting time before playback starts. If the volume level does not increase • If “AVLS” flashes in the display, hold down SOUND until “AVLS OFF” appears in the display. For details, see “Protecting your hearing (AVLS).
Playing a CD with MP3 files Prepare the CD player and the CD in the same way as for an audio CD. (See “About MP3.”) Press u. The CD player plays all MP3 files on the CD. File name Playing an audio CD or MP3 files Playing time of the file To select a folder on the CD player Use FOLDER + to go forward and FOLDER – to go backward. To select a folder on the remote control 1 While a file on the MP3 CD is playing, press DISPLAY. Folder names are displayed. 2 Turn the rotary control toward .
Example of folder structure and playing order The playing order of folders and files is as follows: CD-R CD-RW Folder MP3 file 1 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 5 7 8 9 6 2 File mode Folder mode q; 3 Plays all MP3 files from 1, 2, 3...9, 0 Plays all MP3 files in the selected folder. (Example: If you select folder 3, the CD player plays file 4. If you select folder 4, the CD player plays file 5 and 6.) Notes • A folder that does not include an MP3 file is skipped.
Playback options You can enjoy various playback options using PLAY MODE and REPEAT/ENTER. PLAY MODE button Each time you press the button, you can change the playback mode.
Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play) You can play tracks (“files” when playing an MP3 CD) repeatedly in normal, only), single, shuffle, shuffle (MP3 CD only) and PGM play modes. During playback, press REPEAT/ENTER. File name MP3 CD Audio CD Track number (MP3 CD Playing time Playing time When playing MP3 files • In normal mode, the CD player plays all files (up to 255 files) on a CD repeatedly. • In folder mode, the CD player plays all files (up to 255 files) in the selected folder repeatedly.
Playing tracks in random order (Shuffle play) During playback, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “SHUF” appears. Audio CD Track number MP3 CD Playing time File name Playing time Playing all files in a selected folder in random order (Folder shuffle play) (MP3 CD only) File name During playback, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “ SHUF” appears. Playing time When playing MP3 files In folder shuffle mode, the CD player plays all files (up to 255 files) in a selected folder in random order.
Playing tracks in your favorite order (PGM play) You can program the CD player to play up to 32 tracks (“files” when playing an MP3 CD) in your favorite order. 1 During playback, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PGM” appears. MP3 CD Audio CD 2 Folder name Press . or > to select a track. When playing an MP3 CD, you can also select a folder using FOLDER + or –. (During PGM play, you cannot select a folder using the remote control.
To check the program During programming: Press REPEAT/ENTER repeatedly before step 5. During the PGM play: Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PGM” flashes, then press REPEAT/ENTER. Each time you press REPEAT/ENTER, the track number appears. Notes • When you finish entering the 32nd track in step 3, the first track selected appears in the display. • If you select more than 32 tracks, the first tracks selected are erased.
B Available features The G-PROTECTION function Displaying CD text information The G-PROTECTION function has been developed to provide excellent protection against sound skipping while jogging. When you set the G-PROTECTION switch on your CD player to “2”, the GPROTECTION function will be enhanced compared to “1.” To walk with the CD player and enjoy high quality CD sound using the G-PROTECTION function, set the G-PROTECTION switch to “1.
Checking the time remaining on the CD and the number of tracks left You can check the remaining time on the audio CD and the number of tracks left using DISPLAY. When playing an audio CD containing CD text information, the following information cannot be displayed on the remote control. Press DISPLAY. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows. Checking information on a CD with MP3 files You can check information on a CD with MP3 files using DISPLAY.
Checking information on a CD with MP3 files Notes • If the folder does not have a folder name, “ROOT” appears in the display. • If the file does not have ID3 tag information, “- - - -” appears in the display. Emphasizing the bass sound (SOUND) You can emphasize the bass-boosted sound. Press SOUND to select “BASS 1” or “BASS 2.” No indication (Normal play) BASS 1 BASS 2 The selected sound mode is displayed. “BASS 2” enhances the bass sound more than “BASS 1.
Protecting your hearing Locking the controls (AVLS) (HOLD) The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your hearing. You can lock the controls on your CD player to prevent accidental button presses. Hold down SOUND on the CD player until “AVLS ON” appears in the display. Slide HOLD in the direction of the arrow. Displayed when the HOLD function is activated.
Turning off the operation beep sound Turning off the LCD’s backlight You can turn off the beep sound that is heard from your headphones/earphones when you operate your CD player. While you are using the rechargeable batteries or dry batteries, the LCD’s backlight turns on for about 5 seconds every time you press a button. However, you can turn off the backlight to save the battery power. 1 2 Remove the power source (AC power adaptor, rechargeable batteries or dry batteries) from the CD player.
B Connecting your CD player Connecting a stereo system You can listen to CDs through a stereo system and record CDs on a cassette tape. For details, see the instruction manual that comes with the connected device. Be sure to turn off all connected devices before making connections. Notes • Before you play a CD, turn down the volume of the connected device to avoid damaging the connected speakers. • Use the AC power adaptor for recording.
B Connecting to a power source You can use the following power sources: • Rechargeable batteries • AC power adaptor (see “Playing an audio CD or MP3 files”) • LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries 3 For the battery life and charging time of the rechargeable batteries, see “Specifications.” Connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN 4.5 V jack of your CD player and an AC outlet, then press x/CHARGE to start charging.
To remove the rechargeable batteries Remove the batteries as illustrated below. When to replace the rechargeable batteries If the battery life becomes shorter by about half, replace the batteries with new rechargeable batteries. Note on the rechargeable batteries If the battery is new or has not been used for a long time, it may not be charged completely until you charge and discharge it several times.
Using the dry batteries Use only the following dry battery type for your CD player: • LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries Note Be sure to remove the AC power adaptor when using the dry batteries. 1 2 Open the battery compartment lid. Insert two LR6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 to the diagram in the battery compartment. To remove the batteries Remove the batteries in the same way as rechargeable batteries.
B Additional information • Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts. Do not leave the CD in a car parked under direct sunlight. Precautions On safety • Should any solid objects or liquid fall into the CD player, unplug it and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. • Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 4.5 V (external power input) jack. On the CD player On handling CDs • To keep the CD clean, handle it by its edge.
Troubleshooting Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Symptom Cause and/or corrective actions Cannot adjust the volume by turning the rotary control on the remote control. Cannot start play by turning the rotary control on the remote control. The volume does not increase even if you press the VOL + button repeatedly. Cannot adjust the volume.
Symptom Cause and/or corrective action “HOLD” appears in the display when you press a button, and the CD does not play. The CD player does not start charging. Playback starts from the point you stopped. (resume function) c The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back. (page 19) Rustling noise is heard from the CD. During playback of an MP3 CD, the CD does not rotate but you can hear the sound normally. “NO FILE” appears in the display after u is pressed or the lid of the CD player is closed.
Specifications System Compact disc digital audio system Laser diode properties Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: λ = 780 nm Emission duration: Continuous Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW (This output is the value measured at a distance of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.) D-A conversion 1-bit quartz time-axis control Frequency response 20 - 20 000 Hz 307) +1 –2 dB (measured by JEITA CP- Output (at 4.
Accessories Optional accessories (supplied/optional) Supplied accessories For the area code of the location in which you purchased the CD player, check the upper left side of the bar code on the package.
About “MP3” What is the MP3? MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3) is a standard technology and format for compressing a sound sequence. The file is compressed to about 1/10 of its original size. Sounds outside the range of human hearing are compressed while the sounds we can hear are not compressed. Playable “MP3” files on this player You can only play MP3 files recorded by following requirements. USABLE MEDIA CD-Rs and CD-RWs USABLE DISC FORMAT You can use ISO 9660 Level 1/2 and Joliet extension format discs.
About “ID3 tag” ID3 tag is a format for adding certain information (track name, album name, artist name, etc.) to MP3 files. Note This CD player conforms to Version 1.1 of the ID3 tag format. If you use a version other than 1.1, ID3 tag information will not be displayed correctly.
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